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Hi Thank you for your input. I did not have radiation, but I have had four...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/948847/

Discussion: Following tongue resection, I have no appetite. Is this normal?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Oct 16, 2023

A close relative went through treatment for this at Mayo several years ago and had the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1242638/

Discussion: New HPV-16 back of tongue cancer diagnosis and treatment to date

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Feb 21 10:27pm

I'm in Wisconsin, too. But I went to Mayo Rochester. I had no nausea or really...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1145097/

Discussion: Checking in again after starting treatment

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Sep 21, 2024

I was diagnosed squamous cell cancer at the base of my tongue. It had spread into...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/920234/

Discussion: How long before my taste buds recover after H&N treatments?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Aug 28, 2023

Hi @doug85254 and welcome. It can take a while for an appetite to come back however...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/944318/

Discussion: Following tongue resection, I have no appetite. Is this normal?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Oct 8, 2023

Well done on the two years remission, @jano. Sounds as if you are doing well with...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/174401/

Discussion: Meet others living with Head & Neck Cancer: Introduce yourself

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Posted: Jan 11, 2018

I had larynx cancer 7 chemo treatments 35 radiation which caused a lot of damage .Like...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1072127/

Discussion: Seeking advice for eating challenges

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: May 21, 2024

Any ideas on how to accelerate the return of your taste buds after completing radiation treatments?...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/901776/

Discussion: How long before my taste buds recover after H&N treatments?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jul 25, 2023

I was diagnosed with lymphoma on the base of my tongue and tonsils in October 2023....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1067998/

Discussion: Just Diagnosed with Tonsil Cancer - How to Treat?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: May 14, 2024

I lost my taste buds for approximately 11 months but I gained them back in percentages....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1026343/

Discussion: Stage 1 Tongue cancer: What are the chances of recurrence?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Mar 2, 2024

Hi. Jano here from Jacksonville, FL. Almost 2 yrs in remission. Had tumor on the back...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/174400/

Discussion: Meet others living with Head & Neck Cancer: Introduce yourself

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jan 11, 2018

Boost makes a dry powder . think Nestles quick. Same place in the store as boost....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/902175/

Discussion: Radiation side effects with H&N cancer. When will they ever end?

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Posted: Jul 25, 2023

Again you are spot on with your treatment log describing your experience and I can attest...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1220969/

Discussion: New HPV-16 back of tongue cancer diagnosis and treatment to date

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Posted: Jan 25 2:26am

Have to agree that most will have their own unique experience and essentially find out along...

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Discussion: How long before my taste buds recover after H&N treatments?

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Posted: Sep 8, 2023

I received 35 standard radiation treatments in Portland Oregon @ Knight Cancer Center - part of...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/817808/

Discussion: HPV P16 positive cancer

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Posted: Feb 26, 2023

I completed radiation in early September and I have very dry mouth, especially at night. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/782289/

Discussion: Scar tissue in throat caused by radiation and chemo treatment

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Dec 8, 2022

I know you are worried. This will all take a while to get better. 1000 calories...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1033572/

Discussion: Husband diagnosed with tonsil cancer: looking for tips and support

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Posted: Mar 14, 2024

I went thru the same thing. I had tongue cancer as well. I got a real...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1319208/

Discussion: Extremely tired 6 weeks after finishing treatments chemo and radiatin

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Posted: Jun 3 8:43am

Many or I probably could say most patients go on a feeding tube during the most...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1055758/

Discussion: How to deal with constant stress and worry as caregiver?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Apr 23, 2024

I cant eat anything out of a can. It tastes like the can. They also recommend...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/887197/

Discussion: Radiation side effects with H&N cancer. When will they ever end?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jun 29, 2023

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